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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,430

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07:55 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
39h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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19:50 - 12:35CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
50h 45m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
£1,430Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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22:00 - 22:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
39h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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06:00 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
47h 05m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,467Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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22:00 - 15:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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06:50 - 11:25CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,491Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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22:00 - 15:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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06:50 - 11:25CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,492Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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15:10 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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18:15 - 06:25CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
45h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,501Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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22:00 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
28h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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18:35 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
£1,503Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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22:00 - 19:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
36h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 25m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,529Qantas Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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15:10 - 14:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
62h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
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09:10 - 13:40CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
£1,554Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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10:45 - 08:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
60h 35m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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18:05 - 15:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
55h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi Istanbul
£1,594Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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17:00 - 21:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
67h 30m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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11:35 - 16:00CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
£1,599Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

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Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
9 Oct
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
49h 30m
2 stops
CNS08:30Cairns
16 Oct
CNS11:35Cairns
41h 30m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,106
Emirates
7 Oct
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
51h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:50Cairns
14 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,480

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

07:55-08:30

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

19:50-12:35

2 stops50h 45m

£1,430

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-22:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:00-20:05

2 stops47h 05m

£1,467

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:50-11:25

3 stops37h 35m

£1,491

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:50-11:25

3 stops37h 35m

£1,492

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/10

15:10-08:30

2 stops32h 20m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

18:15-06:25

2 stops45h 10m

£1,501
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

18:35-20:05

2 stops34h 30m

£1,503

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

17:40-20:05

2 stops35h 25m

£1,529

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

15:10-14:25

2 stops62h 15m

Cairns

Mon 12/10

09:10-13:40

2 stops37h 30m

£1,554

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

10:45-08:20

3 stops60h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

18:05-15:20

3 stops55h 15m

£1,594

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

17:00-21:30

3 stops67h 30m

Cairns

Mon 12/10

11:35-16:00

3 stops37h 25m

£1,599

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Cairns?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £1,391 to £1,613.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £1,430.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Edinburgh to Cairns during January average around £0.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

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Cheap Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£1,430

Fastest flight time

32h 20m

Direct flights

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The best flight deal from Edinburgh to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,430
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 32h 20m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 32h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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